Principal Ecologist

Allen & York Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global environmental consultancy seeks a Principal Ecologist to join their terrestrial ecology division in the UK. The successful candidate will lead projects and surveys, manage an ecology portfolio, and provide ecological advice while fostering junior staff development. Opportunities for career growth and a competitive salary await within a purpose-led organization focused on sustainability and inclusiveness.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Extensive survey experience leading protected species surveys.
• Up-to-date knowledge of EU and UK environmental legislation.
• Proven work-winning record.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects for high-profile clients across the UK.
• Influence current work streams and expand customer base.
• Support the development of junior ecologists.

Skills

Survey Experience

Ecological Impact Assessments

Ecological Advice

Communication

Team Leadership

Job description

Principal Ecologist
Competitive salary
UK

Allen & York are working with a leading global environmental consultancy that supports clients and regulators worldwide to mitigate environmental impacts.

Our client seeks an enthusiastic Principal Ecologist to join the terrestrial ecology division, delivering projects for high-profile clients across the UK.

The successful candidate will collaborate with the management team and the wider terrestrial ecology team, influencing current work streams and expanding the customer base across the UK.

Requirements include extensive survey experience, including leading protected species surveys and mitigation projects, and a proven track record of managing a terrestrial ecology portfolio within a consultancy setting. Up-to-date knowledge of EU and UK legislation on ecology and environmental issues, Ecological Impact Assessments, and planning regulations is essential. The candidate should have experience providing authoritative ecological advice and innovative mitigation solutions across various sites and schemes.

An excellent communicator who enjoys collaborative work and supporting the development of junior ecologists is preferred.

Experience in leading and motivating teams, along with a proven work-winning record, including preparing bids and tenders and generating new business opportunities, would be advantageous.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for career growth in a company that values its employees.

Interested?
Please click the apply button or email Justine at [e-mail] for more information or to arrange a confidential chat.

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